Paleo Crispy Homemade Falafels
Get ready to enjoy a flavorful twist on a classic with these Paleo Crispy Homemade Falafels! Made with soaked cashews, chickpea flour, and fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, these falafels are packed with vibrant, earthy flavors while remaining grain-free and gluten-free. A harmonious blend of cumin, coriander, and garlic ensures every bite delivers a zesty kick, while frying in coconut or avocado oil creates an irresistibly golden, crispy exterior. Quick to prepare and perfect for a Paleo-friendly meal, these falafels are versatile enough to pair with salads, wraps, or your favorite dipping sauces. With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, you'll savor a healthy, protein-rich dish that's as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Chickpea flour
- 1 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- For frying Coconut oil or avocado oil
Instructions
Soak the raw cashews in water for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain them well before using.
In a food processor, combine the soaked and drained cashews, chickpea flour, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, and onion. Process until the mixture is finely ground.
Add the garlic cloves, cumin powder, coriander powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice to the mixture in the food processor. Pulse until a dough-like consistency forms.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Once the mixture is firm, form small balls (about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter) using your hands. If the mixture is too sticky, wet your hands slightly.
Heat coconut oil or avocado oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat, using enough oil to cover the falafels at least halfway.
Carefully add the falafel balls to the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry the falafels for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the falafels from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve the crispy homemade falafels warm alongside your favorite Paleo-friendly sides or salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.2 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1918 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2221 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
